Senior Trial Counsel

Job Details

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing new matters, identifying critical facts, and building a defense approach tailored to each case.
• Evaluating potential financial and legal exposure for insureds and for the company.
• Carrying out discovery tasks such as drafting and responding to written discovery, issuing subpoenas, reviewing records, taking depositions, preparing motions, coordinating with experts, and gathering witness information.
• Breaking down liability and damages issues, outlining available defenses, suggesting case strategy, and offering value assessments when needed.
• Holding all court-related appearances and proceedings, as well as participating in mediations and settlement efforts.
• Keeping clients and Claims staff informed of case movement and significant developments.
• Providing written and verbal legal analysis on claims-related questions.
• Negotiating resolutions with opposing counsel or outside parties.
• Assisting teammates with their files when necessary.
• Delivering training sessions or presentations to attorneys or Claims personnel.
• Taking on additional duties that support evolving business needs.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited institution.
• Missouri law license required; Kansas admission is beneficial.
• At least seven years of litigation experience.
• Experience serving as first chair in jury trials.
• Ability to manage a substantial and varied caseload efficiently.
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Capacity to work with minimal oversight and maintain consistent judgment and initiative.

Why Join Us?

• Great in-house team
• Growing but well established organization
• 401(k) AND pension plan
• Bonus program